Nomcebo_Zikode
Nomcebo Zikode
South African singer and songwriter
Nomcebo Nothule Zikode (born 28 October 1985)[1] is a South African singer and songwriter. Born in Hammarsdale, Zikode was a backing singer for several years. She collaborated with DJ Ganyani on their hit single "Emazulwini" (2018).
Nomcebo Zikode | |
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| Birth name | Nomcebo Nothule Zikode |
| Born | (1985-10-28) 28 October 1985 (age 38) Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal, Republic of South Africa |
| Origin | Johannesburg |
| Genres | House, Afro house |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | vocals |
| Years active | 2005–present |
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Having signed a record deal with Open Mic Production, she co-wrote and was featured on Master KG's chart-topping single "Jerusalema" (2019), which debuted number 1 on Billboard Music charts and Apple Music charts .[2]
Her debut album Xola Moya Wam was released in 2020, containing two successful singles, "Xola Moya wam" and "Bayabuza".
Early life and education
Zikode was born in Hammarsdale, Province of Natal.[3] She matriculated at Ukusa High School, later enrolling at Havatech College, obtaining an information technology degree.[4]
Career beginnings
After moving from home to pursue a career in music, she worked mostly as a backing singer for more than fifteen years. She worked with South African artistes, including Deborah Fraser, Zahara, Lundi Tyamara, and Nhlanhla Nciza.
She was signed by Ganyani Entertainment, providing vocals for songs including "NTO", "Jabulile", and "Emazulwini", which received a nomination for Record of the Year at the SAMA awards.[5] As she did not own the songs, she was not permitted to perform them without the consent of the label.[6]
Having signed record deal with Open Mic Productions, she gained worldwide popularity after working with Master KG on his 2019 hit single "Jerusalema" and later remixed by Burna Boy, debuted #1 on Billboard Music charts.[7][8][9]
2020-present:Xola Moya Wam
On August 14, 2020, her single "Xola Moya Wam" featuring Master KG was released as album's lead single. The song was certified gold certification by Recording Industry of South Africa in the first 2 weeks.[10][11] The single peaked number 1 on Apple Music Chart & iTunes Chart.[12] In early August, album pre-order were made available.
Her debut studio album Xola Moya Wam was released on August 21, 2020.[13][14][15] It features Master KG, Makhadzi and Bongo Beats.[16][17][18] The album was certified platinum after a month of its release with sales of 150 000 copies.[19]
In 2020, Zikode signed a global record deal with Sony/ATV Music.[20][21]
On December 3, 2020, she won at the 1st KZN Entertainment Awards of KZN Entertainment Awards for Best Female Artist category.[22]
At the 27th South African Music Awards, Xola Moya Wam was nominated as Best Dance Album.
On July 29, 2021, she went on European tour.[23] In late 2021, she made her debut on screens as guest appearance on Love and Hip Hop franchise.[24]
In November 2019, she was featured on "Jerusalema" single by Master KG and went viral in early 2020, Burna Boy released a remix.[25] On July 11, 2021, Zikode revealed that she wasn't paid for her feature on the song by her label Open Mic Productions.[26]
In 2021, Zikode was named a Good Ambassador for AIDONIC.[27]
Headlining
- European Tour (2021)[28]
Studio albums
- Xola Moya Wam (2020)
Singles featured in
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA [29] |
AUT [30] |
BEL (FL) [31] |
BEL (WA) [32] |
FRA [33] |
GER [34] |
NL [35] |
SWE [36] |
SWI [37] |
UK [38] | ||||||||||||
| Emazulwini (DJ Ganyani featuring Zikode) |
2019 | 43 | — | — | — | — | 123 | — | — | — | — | Ganyani’s House Grooves 10 | |||||||||
| "Jerusalema" (Master KG featuring Zikode) |
2020 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 31 | 1 | 55 | Jerusalema | |||||||||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released. | |||||||||||||||||||||
- Others
- "Jerusalema" (remix) - (Master KG feat. Burna Boy & Nomcebo Zikode) (2020)
- "Jerusalema" (remix) - Master KG feat. Micro TDH & Greeicy & Nomcebo Zikode (2020)
Zikode is married to Selwyn Fraser and has two children.[42]
| Year | Awards | Category | Results | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1st KZNEA | Best female artist | Won | [43] |
| 2021 | 27th SAMAs | Best Female Artist | Nominated | [44] |
| Best dance Album | Nominated | |||
| Record of the Year | Nominated | |||
| Net Honours | Most Played Alternative Song - "Jerusalema (Remix)"
(Master KG featuring Nomcebo Zikode & Burna Boy) |
Nominated | [45] | |
| All Africa Music Awards | Best Female Artist in South Africa | Pending | [46] | |
| African Fans' Favourite | Pending | |||
| 2022 | Grammy Awards | Best Global Performance | Won | [47] |
| 2023 | Forbes Woman Africa Awards | Top Entertainer | Won | |
| SAMA | International Achievement | Won |
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- Aubrey Mothobeni. "DJ Ganyani, protégé sing a different tune". Sowetan Live. Retrieved 31 August 2020.
- "Burna Boy". Billboard.
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- Denika Herbst (3 September 2020). "Nomcebo Zikode rejoices as her new single reaches gold status". briefly.co.za.
- "Nomcebo's "Xola Moya Wam" Goes Gold - ZAlebs". zalebs.com. 3 September 2020.
- "Xola Moya Wam' (feat. Master KG)". www.top-charts.com.
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- Lwandle, Sibusisiwe (5 July 2021). "Sebenza Gal: Nomcebo Zikode to Kick Off European Tour Soon". Briefly.
- Grootboom, Jamal. "Nomcebo Zikode to make an appearance on 'Love and Hip Hop'". Independent Online. Retrieved 16 September 2021.
- Tjiya, Emmanuel (11 July 2021). "No peace in Jerusalema as Open Mic fires back at Nomcebo over royalties". Sowetan LIVE.
- "Nomcebo Zikode: "I have not been paid a cent by the label for Jerusalema" | Truelove". News24. South Africa. 11 July 2021.
- Bukola (20 May 2021). "Nomcebo Zikode announced as Good Ambassador for AIDONIC". Fakaza News.
- Bukola (1 July 2021). "Nomcebo Zikode to start her first European tour soon | Fakaza News". Fakaza News.
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- Nomcebo Zikode at AllMusic
- Nomcebo Zikode discography at Discogs